Single mom w/ 3 teenagers turns old BUS into their TINY HOME

Amanda takes us on a tour of her self-built tiny home on wheels - a converted school bus that has been gutted and renovated on a budget. The home features sleeping bunks for the younger kids, while the eldest prefers his comfy couch. The family takes us on a tour, and they talk about what it's like to live on a bus.
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PRODUCED & HOSTED BY:
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0:00 Intro
1:00 Meet the Family!
1:20 Life Before Hitting the Road
2:04 Build Process & Cost
2:33 Bus Model & Specs
3:00 Outside Tour Begins
3:30 Map of Adventures!
3:54 Repurposed Wheelchair Lift
4:45 Fiberglass Storage Compartments
5:18 Check Out the Engine!
5:52 Let’s Head On In!
6:13 A Benefit of Being Home Schooled!
6:26 Power System Breakdown
7:01 Three Couches!
7:28 Don’t Forget Your Seatbelts!
7:53 Kitchen Tour
8:36 Repurposed Countertop
9:03 Bathroom w/ Compost Toilet
10:02 Cael’s Bunk Tour
10:36 Addy’s Bunk Tour
11:30 Caiden’s Bed
11:59 Amanda’s Bedroom
12:58 Reflecting On Going Tiny
13:42 Advice For People Thinking About Going Tiny
13:59 Outro
#skoolie #busconversion #tinyhometour

[@virginia_in_the_rearview]

I met Amanda and her kids at a Skoolie Swarm event last year. Those are the hardest working teenagers I've ever met. They are so polite, and they jump in to help wherever needed. Amanda and crew have created a beautiful and functional home on wheels! I'm so happy for them.

[@davestevens4263]

I can tell by watching how smart they are & on the ball . A great job raising them

[@wandadailey7256]

You can tell by the video how well mannered, and hardworking they are. They are a very strong family unit.

[@robertasparks3144]

The oldest guy is a mechanic? Very handy😊

[@judithshelton5655]

At first, I thought, no way. No way this could work. But my goodness, I was wrong. It looks so cozy and loving, and they will always have these memories. Well done, family!

[@pilatesyourbody]

This is how family should be. Supporting each other. Good job mom.

[@KarnageGaming]

older brother sounds like the mvp here. dude has no personal space and just sleeps on the couch. must just be loving the traveling and family time to be happy doing that

[@pitaariel1920]

He is just mature, he is the oldest and he understands perfectly the meaning of sacrifice. You obviously don't.

[@JoanArc-or9sr]

​@pitaariel1920 real unnecessary to be commenting something like this. The op was not being rude.

[@xBINARYGODx]

@@pitaariel1920 and you obviously are immature and don't represent what you said particularly well.

[@evie6811]

@@pitaariel1920 They literally called him the MVP...it was a compliment

[@tovep9573]

I'm guessing they are doing their best to get him into college. He probably won't be there longterm.

[@suzaynnschick158]

One of the things I appreciate the most about Jenna's channel (and the skillful people who work with her) is that it covers a wide range of budgets and personal styles. Aspirational inspiration is good, but so is showing how to do more with less and talking about the tradeoffs. It looks like this family is thriving and I'm honored to hear them talk about their build and their lives.

[@peggyowen3386]

I’m 67 years old and I wish I had this when my kids were younger ❤

[@diannameyers8163]

Mom🎉 you are the best 😅 great job. You all seem pretty happy. Have fun on the road😂❤

[@hollyvick181]

This pulled at my heart strings. It's so special that her kids love her and want to spend time with her.❤

[@a.d.morton4624]

Great job Mom. With the children, with the bus; you’re The MVP ❤

[@terryrich7235]

I love the kitchen countertop. Also, the cozy bunks of the younger 2 teens.

[@debbieschoop-wilson3612]

Wow! What a great mom. Your kids seem wonderful, and they will always have these great memories that they had with their mom. I wish all of you much happiness.

[@Ann-cx3dd]

What a great family! And, kudos to this mom - - she is strong, brave & resilient - - you can see that in her kids, as well. : )

[@loishauger7313]

Beautiful setup; our kids grow so fast and Mom is making so many memories 💚❤️💜

[@chrism2966]

I get a strong sense that you and your kids are killing it. The bond between you all is enviable. I am sure there are tensions but it seems likely they will not be too severe. This will stay with each of you all of your lives as a great time in your life.

[@raysun2be]

Nice skoolie build, and what a great family! I can imagine all the fun you are having touring the country and exploring all the beauty it has to offer. Thanks for the tour!

[@pdq5465]

This family is making this space & life work for them. I’m happy for them. I hope that they enjoy their lives & their time together.👍🏻🤞🍀🇨🇦

[@dawnalfonso9356]

What an awesome experience for your kiddos. Learning through living. They will never forget this mama❤ heal up✌🏼❤️

[@sandygrant9220]

So great that you're getting time with your children and building memories! The advantages of going to a tiny home is worth it! My husband is building his first tiny house after retiring from a carpentry business of building garages and some homes as well. He has a KZbin channel, kenskarpentry and so his latest project is building a tiny house on a trailer. He's in the beginning stage of building and already one of his subscribers recently bought it. Its gonna be a fun project!

[@Pudgeorama]

This is definitely one of the most amazing stories I've seen on this channel. What a phenomenal opportunity to share with your kids. I lived in a converted school bus in the early 1970's with my parents and it is a time I will never forget. And their school bus is really awesome - I love the distinct spaces. And the fact that they've got pets too, makes it all so wonderful for them. Thanks so much for sharing your story with us! ❤

[@shiralleehaggart72]

What an inspirational Mother and children. They are a wonderful family.

[@oomorei]

How beautiful! Loved how they customized their living space. Good for them for choosing this lifestyle.👍❤️😁

[@sarameitner6770]

What a joy to be together at this stage of your lives! It is something you will always remember - and treasure. Go you guys!

[@reginaaaron1751]

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY….GREAT JOB MOMMA !!! YOUR SWEET HUMBLE CHILDREN ARE ABSOLUTELY AMAZING !!! THANK YALL FOR SHARING !!! I LOVE IT !!! I PRAY FOR NOTHING BUT GREATNESS FOR YOU AND YOUR SWEET CHILDREN…..GOD BLESS !!!❤❤❤👀👀👀🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam]

You just prove that your family is strong than your situation. 🧡🧡 May you enjoy life to the fullest continuously.

[@serenasams2772]

You go sis keep your family tight and they will be smart and ahead of the game.❤ Nice family

[@sherriweber7105]

I love your tiny home. I love you are making time for your kids. It’s hard I know because my mom worked two jobs to take care of us 4 kids. I wanted her to quit one job so she could be with us and she did. It was hard but she did it. Very proud of her and you for doing that for your kids. You made this a great home for you and the kids. It’s very nice. I love it. I live it you made it your own. Thank you for showing this your home. Enjoy life with your kids.

[@IntuitiveCoachTheresa]

This is what happens to people when they are raised with love and real education, a homeschooling experience in life. I was moved to tears by the love and faith in this family. Such an inspiration, whether people live in travel homes or stationary; this world does not have to be in the state it's in and every person has the potential to become much more than they are. Blessings to you and your kids Amanda!

[@cjfeltz2470]

Lovely family!!! Great layout! I wish them all the best. When she said "I''m gonna cry, I felt that"

[@stephaniemcdonald2172]

I love your home for you and your kids. I was a single mom of 3 kids in the 80s and would have loved to had this choice to raise my kids! Be proud momma!! ❤

[@sheilajohnson5505]

Love your beautiful home and all the ideas ...So happy you all are together and sharing great memories, and fun..To All Pray.. BLESSINGS SHALOM...😊

[@ThatPlacefkaNebraskaBugeater]

Beautiful home. Beautiful family. I love how each of the teens gave a portion of the tour. They seem very proud of the home they've created together.

[@jessiemorse1121]

I love your cheerful decor. Such a beautiful family.

[@andreamarie584]

I'm really so impressed with how smart and expressive these kids are! They're so beyond other kids they're age! It appears van life matures them and helps them flourish ❤️so beautiful 🌼

[@Helloverlord]

Very articulated family. I hope they will find someone to sort that shower for them - mum deserved some help, raising three on her own.

[@jessicajax8568]

She is such a cool mom adventurous, free spirited, and fearless ❤😂😂

[@aletheasmith1013]

Love your Tiny Home Schoolie and your story 😔 Enjoy your family because at the end of every dream it’s all we have. 🙏🏽♥️

[@ejo5294]

I like their bus. They seem so happy

[@lindamarie6574]

Great skoolie and you and your kids are sure to enjoy this!

[@valeriebridge7305]

Congratulations mum on raising such lovely children. Its obvious that you love each other and seem to have great communication with each other. To fit out a 😂 bus in 18 months whilst still working is an amazing feat. I hope you will continue to have great adventures and a happy life, you certaintly deserve it. God bless you all.

[@DawnOldham]

Amazingly tight family. All the work has paid off- just watching how close they all are and how comfortable the kids were to talk on camera. I'm impressed! Signed, a mom who also home schooled her five kiddos

[@PrimroseBrainiac]

GREAT JOB MOM! Beautiful build. The esthetic is great and very accommodating for young hearts and minds.

[@ruth1996]

Great counter-top, the art is beautiful and so bold!

[@ahiggins]

AMAZING!!! Awesome, so happy for you all. ❤

[@Randy8923]

Great job! Love the bus and family. God bless you all and your journeys.

[@arlenekerr1198]

Wow what a lifestyle!! Living life on your own terms, good for you! If you're happy and healthy that's what matters! Best of luck to you and your family!

[@pamelaodonnell1645]

Wow its amazing. You did a wonderful job building this bus. Your children are also amazing. God bless all of you. Good luck with your adventures! Safe travels where ever you plan on going. Lucky kids, this is a wonderful opportunity for them and you. Great family. 🙂❤️

[@suzannecranford6819]

Wonderful! What a loving family.They have a great lifestyle.Thanks for sharing their story and taking us on a tour of their home.

[@karenshirley5449]

Beautiful, Thanks for Sharing, Many Blessings 🙏🙏🙏

[@bonnies9861]

What a wonderful family you are! You have done a great job on your build - it is very functional and homey. You are a terrific mom - it shows in the poise of your children, they are mature and filled with fun and love for one another ~ they will remember these days for all of their lives. Sending you light, love, peace, joy and abundance always. I love you.

[@leslietelo3201]

Great job mom & kiddos! I love this!!

[@annettenepple449]

You are an amazing mom,you and your kids are ao lucky to have each other.

[@jerriaycock1726]

It's really great that you can spend alot of time with you kids because they grow up so fast 😊

[@thedawneffect]

I APPLAUD ALL OF YOU!!!!!

[@sherihorton13]

Sending prayers for the whole family ❤

[@gracieg7601]

Prayers for her. God bless her. And her family.

[@gamercolorviolet]

What’s with all of the crazy people in the comments?

[@stoerenungeheuer543]

🤔¯\(ツ)/¯

[@jackiecolbert3915]

Sad world we live in. Nobody really knows their situation. Could have been in a abusive relationship or fell on hard times.

[@marianewell2689]

Love,love,love this!!!!! You are learning so much together and it’s a beautiful thing to see!!! I love you guys! ~me

[@tammycruz8189]

Absolutely Gorgeous Build 😍 ❤

[@raylenetatum8185]

Awesome family. Their home is gorgeous. Love the sleeping spaces and well everything about the build.

[@louisaisthankful6455]

Wonderful family! The mechanic 🤩🎊

[@jackiecolbert3915]

Omg I love it ! What an amazing family. I love the interior and I love the kitchen counter top.

[@salscycleshop3416]

What a beautiful bus and Family 💖

[@PaiviProject]

Wow. Very nice. You guys really made your bus like home ❤Happy traveling.

[@soniaaviles6712]

Love seeing a strong woman!!🙏😇God bless !🌹

[@tabitha-sk5kc]

I really like to see people that decide to change the way they are living. I hope this family is very happy traveling together and that the changes they made work out for them. Everyone doesn't have to live the way that I do or you do to be happy and fulfilled. Wish everyone could understand this... Would I want this lifestyle with 3 teenagers? No I wouldn't. But I think it's great that this family chose to do it and seem so satisfied. Not going to make nasty comments just because it wouldn't work for me.

[@G_336]

gorgeous family xxx great work xxx blessed xxx

[@nomorebsforme]

Beautiful family, wonderful Mother, your kids are amazing!!! Blessings to you and yours!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs]

Nive build and lovely family.

[@chelu4u]

Enjoy what you seek and find and have safe travels 🎉

[@williamcochell9889]

Wow, am I impressed! I watch a lot of these girly KZbin videos and this is one of the coolest bills I’ve seen I love the wood ceiling and the kitchen countertop with the word is really cool! They did one hell of a job! Also seems to be really cool kids!

[@ellexpress111]

Wonderful life for the whole family bless them lots

[@tynitahaines4012]

What an AWESOME family.

[@kennethpeterson6413]

Great job and God Bless you

[@efortunywhitton]

Wow... what an epic family, and amazing woman! 😊❤💪

[@noemisolano4748]

I understand when Amanda said before she didn't have time to spend with her children. Mom's just like father's are always working and parents don't spend time with their children because of this.

[@user-qe7bz7mn9f]

Yes!! Good job mom,beaautiful home,prayers with you 7 yours safe travels,asa grandm;enjoy,making unconditional memories

[@duanelawrence78]

So amazing God bless you and your family!!✌️🇺🇲

[@robertclubs9908]

Awesome show

[@marikalathem813]

Lovely family. Wonderful mom👍🏼

[@steveguti6452]

Update urgent emergency please join me in prayer for Terri had emergency brain cancer surgery last year she is improving she desperately needs continued prayers please pray for her and family God bless you all.. ..

[@TnTnO4]

Thoughts and prayers to them all.

[@Colleen0862]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💕💕💕💕💕

[@diaml]

So happy that this family is living their best lives! One question that comes to mind is what folks living this lifestyle do when their vehicle/home needs to go into the shop for major repairs?

[@MdeSouza1965]

Wow… 💔 things always happens for a reason. Much prayers for this brave mom and her beautiful children!

[@whitneybrown4067]

💜💐🙏….

[@cinnamon8884]

great family!

[@dianaceliz3096]

A lovely happy family living in a beautiful mobile home 😍🙏🏻🌟🍀🌷🧡.

[@joanneganon7157]

You All did a fabulous job on the build family! Happy Trails🎉 Thanks Jenna😊! JO JO IN VT 💞

[@stacyhackney6100]

Lovely family.

[@jackiekeesaman1571]

So nice!

[@johanneberube6682]

Congratulations ! 💖💖💖💖

[@bluestar5835]

Beautiful family

[@barbaramuzychka3836]

OMG! What an incredible family! Each one of those kids, are so bright and polite, without coming across like a nerd. Mom, be proud, be very proud, of yourself and kids, feel really lucky and blessed to have the mom you do. Oh! - and the bus build out is great, also.

[@laverite1050]

The Partridge Family!!

[@widowswatch6610]

Love it!

[@SukiAwake]

Good job.

[@user-oi6hm5ke2n]

Great 👍👍😃 your children help you, Amazing woman n children

[@dawncrawford6806]

i love this family very homey bus !!

[@summersbrew]

Beautiful 🚎

[@MrCHRISTIANRALPH]

Reminds me of the Partridge family

[@speedy_official16]

Great story for the mom and the kids. Couple of days ago when I saw a post debating which is better being single for the rest of your life or having kid/s. With this mom's experience, are you going to be happy living single like this? But there's always debate about this, I'm just talking this specific instance. hehe....but every person in this world has their own choices...

[@AlohaNLight2All]

Beautiful Ohana 💕💕🌸🌸🧘🏻‍♀️

[@sallygrover6263]

Love your pets❤

[@ByTor328]

All of you are the American dream. GOD bless!

[@sherrynorth1293]

Nice bus ! How big is the water storage?